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Best of the 2014 World Cup: Day 16

Brazilian midfielder Luiz Gustavo goes airborne to win a header against Chile. Gustavo, who receieved his second yellow card of the tournament in the game, will be suspended in Brazil's quarterfinal matchup against Colombia on July 4th.

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Though outnumbered, the Chilean fans show their support in Chile's matchup against Brazil at Estadio Mineirao in Belo Horizonte, Brazil on June 28, 2014.

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David Luiz (middle) celebrates with his teammates after opening the scoring for Brazil in the 18th minute against Chile. It was the defenders first goal for his country in his 40th appearance.

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Brazilian fans hope their team can channel their inner super-hero in their Round of 16 matchup against Chile at Estadio Mineirao.

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Brazilian forward Jo attempts a shot on goal after entering the game as a substitute in the 64th minute against Chile on June 28, 2014.

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Brazilian goalkeeper Julio Cesar stops a shot in the penalty shootout against Chile. Cesar became the nation's hero, stopping two penalty kicks to help Brazil advance to the quarterfinals.

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Some players cannot look on during Brazil's penalty shootout against Chile. Tied 1-1 after 120 minutes of play, Brazil won in penalty kicks 3-2 to avoid an early dismissal from the tournament.

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Gonzalo Jara hits the post in Chile's final penalty shot, eliminating the team from the tournament. It was a crushing loss for the Chileans, who have now been eliminated by Brazil in four World Cups.

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The Chilean team is devastated after losing to Brazil 3-2 in penalty kicks in their Round of 16 matchup at Estadio Mineirao. Chile surprised many by defeating Spain in the group stage, but could not defeat the host nation in the first knockout round.

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Colombian fans mock Uruguayan striker Luis Suarez, who was suspended for nine games and banned four months from all soccer related activities after biting an Italian defender in the group stage.

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Colombian forward Jackson Martinez dives in for a challenge against Uruguay. Martinez has two goals in the tournament for the potent Colombian attack.

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Although suspended, Uruguayan fans still show their support of striker Luis Suarez. Suarez was suspended after biting an opponent for the third time in his career.

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Colombia celebrates with their signature dance after James Rodriguez scored a brilliant goal to open the scoring against Uruguay. The Colombians have been dancing all tournament, scoring 11 goals in four matches.

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Jackson Martinez goes full-extension for a ball in Colombia's Round of 16 match against Uruguay at Estadio do Maracana in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on June 28, 2014.